ESOL Mentor / Trainer

Deliver a variety of training and one to one support designed to prepare the customer for securing employment including via work placement / trial that will lead to employment

To be responsible, aware of contractual job targets in relation to the number of customers we are contracted to have on our provision and the number of job starts and sustained jobs that are expected to achieve with their customers

To train customers in specific employability and functional skills in line with the requirements of the local labour market, and specific employers. Relevant customer documentation to be completed in line with company procedures

To carry out inductions and the basic assessment of the customers to identify their transferable skills, strengths, and experience. This will include, where appropriate, a work skills assessment for literacy and numeracy

To provide one to one support for our customers, job search sessions, exploring the local labour market and securing interviews with employers

To discuss and examine in appropriate detail, local and more general employment and training opportunities that may be available

To work with employers, training providers and other agencies to strengthen the service we provide to our customers, including booking them in to deliver a session on the course

To provide ICT focused job search skills, including using PCs, Laptops and Tablets to apply for jobs online, produce electronic CVs and attach them to online job applications, completing application forms online, using online web-based job sites including Find a Job

To provide training in self-presentation, interview skills, and telephone techniques and the provision of a quality curriculum vitae for each customer

To assist customers to produce a realistic action plan leading back to work, including considering obstacles to the successful achievement of the plan and how to overcome them

To provide information to customers on a one to one basis and delivering training as a group

To assist in the recruitment of customers by marketing the company provision to JCP Work Coaches, external agencies and community groups and developing good relationships with JCP in your local area

To improve life skills of customers by encouraging and valuing their contribution both collectively and establishing an atmosphere of trust and understanding

To ensure an environment appropriate for training sessions in order that customers gain the maximum benefit

To complete paperwork as required by the company and JCP

Overseas equivalent qualifications will be considered.

We welcome applications from people with relevant lived experience and recognise the valuable insight this can bring to the role.

Equality and accessibility

Standguide is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to equality of opportunity and value the diversity of our employees, applicants and customers.

We'll consider reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@standguide.co.uk if you need the advert or application information in another format or require an adjustment at any stage.

All applicants will be assessed fairly against the published criteria for the role.

Pre-employment checks

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, confirmation of the applicant's right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check.

Standguide is an employee-owned organisation, which means our employees have a voice in the business and a shared interest in its long-term success.

Alongside a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we offer, About Standguide

For more than three decades, Standguide has supported individuals and employers across the UK.

We provide employment, skills and support services that help people overcome barriers, develop their potential and move towards sustainable employment.

As an employee-owned organisation, we're committed to investing in our people, delivering high-quality services and creating positive outcomes for the communities we support.

33 days' paid annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing to 38 days after five full years' service

An additional paid day off for your birthday

Workplace pension scheme